Queens Criminal Lawyer, Scott Limmer, can guide you through every step of the process:

Finding and questioning witnesses

Gathering evidence

Exploring every possible defense

Preparing and filing court pleadings in the proper Queens County Court

Zealously representing you in all hearings or proceedings in Queens County

Queens Criminal Lawyer Scott J. Limmer

If you or a loved one has been arrested in Queens County, Call Scott J. Limmer, and speak with a trusted, experienced Queens criminal attorney – today.

Consult a former Long Island assistant DA

As a former assistant district attorney with more than 20 years’ experience practicing criminal law, Scott Limmer brings decades of expertise and knowledge to bear on your case. He uses that expertise every day, to help protect the rights of those who have been arrested.

Scott Limmer Provides Aggressive and Experienced Representation

If you have been arrested or are under investigation in Queens County, you must have an aggressive, experienced Queens criminal lawyer on your side from the start. You cannot just hope for the best outcome, in the face of losing your reputation, your future employment prospects…and maybe even your freedom.

How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with a Queens Criminal Lawyer

It is normal to be scared, nervous, and anxious if you are about to meet with a criminal defense attorney. It is important to remember that the better prepared you are for the meeting, the faster the lawyer can begin to help you and the more effective the representation will be.

What the Lawyer Needs to Know

At your first meeting, the lawyer will need to ask you several questions. These may be about your personal life, the events that occurred, and your previous and upcoming court appearances. It may be a good idea to write down all relevant background information in preparation for the meeting.

What to Bring to the Meeting

During the meeting, the lawyer will want to review all documents that relate to the case. As a good rule of thumb, the more you can bring, the better.

Here are some examples of relevant documents:

Any documents from Queens County Court showing your charges or court dates

Bail paperwork

Police reports

If your home was searched, any paperwork left by the police

A potential witness list with contact information

Questions to Ask the Lawyer

Remember that this meeting is for both you and the lawyer. It is expected for you to ask questions to make sure this is the right Queens criminal lawyer for you. Make sure that you are comfortable with this person and feel that you can trust them to provide you the best representation.

Here are a few questions you can ask:

How many criminal cases have you handled in Queens County or elsewhere?

In how many Queens County cases similar to mine have you had a successful outcome?

What legal options, if any, do I have?

What are your fees, and do you offer a payment plan?

What problems do you foresee with my case?

How will my case proceed through the legal system in Queens County, and how long will it likely take?

Queens County Courts

Here are some practical details concerning the criminal courts in Queens County.

Location

All felonies and misdemeanors are handled at Queens County Criminal Court, located at 125-01 Queens Blvd in Kew Gardens, next to Borough Hall. All arraignments are handled at this courthouse.

Queens County Courthouse Map

Arraignments

Arraignments of “in-custody” defendants who are arrested and held by the police take place every day of the year at the Queens County Criminal Court. The arraignment area is located in the basement on the south side of the building. Court usually starts around 9:30 AM. Arraignments of defendants given Desk Appearance Tickets (DAT’s) take place on Monday through Friday in the scheduled arraignment courtroom on the first floor.

Bail and Custody

If during arraignment the judge sets bail, it can be paid immediately, in cash, at the courthouse, or can be paid by cash or bond at either jail.

When being held on bail or sentenced to a year or less, inmates will be housed either at the Rikers Island facility located in East Elmhurst or the Vernon Bain Center (which is a boat) located on Hillock Street in the Bronx. The New York City Department of corrections operates the two Queens County correctional facilities located on Rikers Island and in the Bronx.

Special Courts in Queens County

Queens County has created the following specialty courts

The Queens County Domestic Violence Part

The Queens County Mental Health Court

The Queens County Treatment Court

The Queens County Integrated Domestic Violence Court

The Queens County Drug Court

Queens County Court Directions and Parking

When coming to the Criminal Court in Queens, please note that it is located on the East side of Queens Boulevard between Union Turnpike and the Van Wyck Expressway. Parking has been fairly hard to come by since the parking lot was closed in 2014. There is a private lot across the street and to the east there is street parking in the neighborhood behind the courthouse.

Courthouse Details

The entrance to the court is on Queens Boulevard. It is likely you will have to wait outside on a busy day. Once you enter the building and get through security, you will find a court calendar in the hallway directly in front of you on the left hand wall. You can review the calendar and determine what courtroom you are in and where it is located.

Court begins at 9:30 each morning.

Cell phones are allowed in the building but must be turned off once you enter a courtroom.

Queens County Jurisdiction

The Queens County District Attorney is Richard Brown who was first elected to the position in 1991.

All law enforcement throughout queens is maintained by the New York City Police Department. The Queens Criminal Court and The Criminal Term of Supreme Court is located in Kew Gardens. The Civil, Family and Civil Term of the Supreme Court are all located in Jamaica.

The client was charged with driving while impaired by drugs. We showed the DA’s office the client suffered from hyperkalemia, a medical condition caused by an elevated level of potassium which can cause fatigue, lethargy and confusion. All charges were dismissed.

Client was charged with Robbery in the Second Degree. He was with a friend who robbed a person sitting in a parked car. We were able to show the DA’s office that our client had no knowledge of his friends intent. We were able to get the felony reduced to a Disorderly Conduct which is a non criminal offense.

Client was charged with Criminal Posession of a Weapon and was facing a minimum of three and one half years. During an evidentiary hearing we were able to show that the police confuted an illegal search the gun was suppressed and the charge was dismissed.

Client was charged with Grand Larceny. It was her 7th arrest during the previous 10 years. The DA’s office was not offering a reduced charge and was requesting jail time. We got the client involved in a work and parenting program and were able to secure a plea to a misdemeanor without jail or probation.

Client was charged with Unlawful Surveilence. After his plea of guilty it was a discretionary decision to be made by the court as to weather he had to register as a sex offender. Through our efforts we were able to have him sentenced without having to register.

Client Testimonials

"I can’t thank Scott enough for helping me. I had never been arrested before and found myself in the middle of a nightmare. I was arrested for and charged with criminal Mischief in the Third degree which is a class E Felony. Scott was first able to get the charge reduced to a misdemeanor. He was then able to see that the case was completely dismissed."

T.T.Charged with Felony Assault and Criminal Mischief in Queens County

"Scott Limmer is a very knowledgeable Nassau County NY lawyer and has been extremely helpful to me and my family over 8 months of court. He knows how to handle the ADA and his tenacity has been untiring. The quality of his work is in the ending of the case, with justice being served and correct. We are very fortunate and thankful to have found Scott Limmer to represent us. Thank you Scott and God Bless"

F.L.Arrested for Robbery in the Second Degree in Nassau County

"Scott Limmer is a man of his word and an attorney with integrity above reproach. When one needs a criminal attorney it is usually the most harrowing time of your life. Scott Limmer makes a horrible situation easier. He speaks in layman’s terms and explains your situation every step of the way. He keeps the costs to a minimum and delivers beyond expectations. I would recommend choosing Scott Limmer as your attorney hands down."

A.O.Arrested for Suffolk County Felony

"I was arrested for a felony Mr. Limmer would not agree to any of the offered plea bargains. He was able to get the case dismissed. I can’t thank him enough for his hard work and professionalism."

D.D.Arrested for Falsifying Business Record in the First Degree in Nassau

"Scott helped me thru a very difficult 20 months of navigating thru the Nassau county legal system. His advice was on the money from the start to the end. Amicable, tenacious and knowledgeable, just some of the words to describe him…In the end I credit his guidance in helping me get the just court decision…But then again he knew the outcome….thanks Scott…we remain in touch to this day and my case was over almost two years ago…"

T.C.Arrested for Assault in the Third Degree in Nassau County

"Helped me thoroughly with all my traffic dealings. He is my go to guy for my company. Scott is the best."